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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Two Men In Hospital After Repeated Kicks to Head In Gang Assault

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of an assault at Trevor Hill, Newry, in the early hours of Sunday 29th September. It was reported that two men, both aged in their 20’s, were assaulted by a group of males outside licenced premises in the area, sometime between 12.30am and 1am. Both men were […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

McNulty Challenges Health Minister & Southern Trust on Daisy Hill Maternity

The SDLP’s Justin McNulty has challenged both the Health Minister and the Southern Trust on the decision to divert mothers and babies away from Daisy Hill to Craigavon Area Hospital last weekend. The Newry & Armagh MLA has faced sharp criticism from the Trust and political opponents for his staunch defence of services at Daisy […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Receives an Update on Road Infrastructure Projects For 2024

Members of the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council received an update from the Department for Infrastructure regarding road maintenance and improvement works in the council area, for the years 2023/24 and 2024/25. During a meeting on Monday 23 September, Divisional Roads Manager Mr Mark McPeak addressed the council, stating: “Northern Ireland’s road network is our […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Upper Bann

Community Champions Crowned at Prestigious Awards!

The red carpet was rolled out at the weekend to celebrate the Community Awards 2024, with a glittering ceremony recognising and rewarding some of our incredible community champions. A total of 34 groups and individuals from across the borough were shortlisted for 11 awards. Each received high praise for being a leading example of good […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Stormont Upper Bann

Local Councillors Briefed on Housing Executive budget Challenges

Councillors from Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council were presented with a stark picture of the challenges facing the Housing Executive in delivering its programmes and services in the area at a meeting today (Monday, Sept. 23). Grainia Long, Housing Executive Chief Executive, delivered the annual Housing Investment Plan (HIP) briefing to local councillors, […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Two Arrested In Damolly As Woman Assaulted

Police received a report of an ongoing disturbance at approximately 10.20pm in the Damolly Meadows area of Newry on Saturday, 21st September. On officers’ arrival it was noted damage had been caused to windows at a property in the area, and it was reported a woman had been assaulted. Police arrested a 28-year-old woman on […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results and Tables – 21/9/24

CARNBANE LEAGUE FIXTURES FOR SAT 21 SEPTEMBER 2024 MID ULSTER SHIELD ROUND 1 – SAT 21 SEPTEMBER 2024 Ashgrove Rovers   1 v   2  Caledon Rovers at Jennings Park No.1 AET Millburn United     2 v   0  Hillsborough Boys at Jimmy McAlinden Park AET Parkview                2  v   1 Valley Rangers Res at Artie Green Park SAT 21 […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Make An Appointment With Southern Area Hospice’s ‘Make a Will Month’

Southern Area Hospice are delighted to launch its annual ‘Make a Will Month’ scheme, taking place from 1st to 31st October 2024. Now in the second year, this initiative offers individuals the opportunity to write their wills at no charge, supported by local solicitors, in exchange for a donation to the Hospice. This campaign allows everyone […]

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Climate Community Constituency Downpatrick Government Newcastle South Down Stormont

McMurray Raises Barriers to Green Growth In Assembly

Andrew McMurray MLA (Alliance) spoke before the NI Assembly in support of removing barriers to green growth last week. The motion, tabled by Mr McMurray together with other members of the Alliance Party, called on the Minister for Infrastructure and the Minister for the Economy to work together to deliver fundamental reform of the planning […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Backs Industry Taskforce Calls For Increased Support For Flock Owners

MP Carla Lockhart has expressed her concerns about the future of Northern Ireland’s sheep sector and is backing industry calls for more financial support for flock owners. “The 2023 census confirms that around 38% of farmers in Northern Ireland keep sheep, equating to approximately two million head. Although the sheep sector is worth over £109m […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Daniel Greer

Greer (Newry) September 20th, 2024. Peacefully at his home surrounded by his parents and brother, Daniel, cherished and devoted son of Paul and Anne, loving brother of James and much loved grandson of Brigid and the late Norman Greer and the late Michael and Mary Delargy. May his beautiful and gentle soul Rest In Peace. […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Education Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

MP Carla Lockhart Welcomes Pay and Grading Review Agreement for School Support Staff

Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the good news that school support staff across Northern Ireland will benefit from an agreed pay and grading review. This resolution, delivered by DUP Minister Paul Givan MLA in partnership with representative unions, marks a significant step forward for the dedicated staff who play such a vital role in supporting […]